“He represented the joy of living. “Since the announcement of the death of actor Michel Cordes, the emblematic Roland in the series More beautiful life, fans are upset. “For me it’s Roland and it will remain Roland. It is an artistic monument with a fabulous and unforgettable accent. Thank you for these good times,” recalls Savinien. “On screen he really seemed to be a very simple and kind person,” adds Nathalie. One could only be a fan of him. “Everyone dreamed of having a father or a grandfather like him. He was the voice of wisdom, he exuded kindness and his end fills me with sadness,” insists Claudette.
The autopsy of the actor’s body, which was found at his home in Hérault on Friday, will take place at the beginning of the week. Investigators favored the trail of suicide by firearm on Saturday. A disturbing element for our readers. “We knew it was horrible to stop this soap opera… but not this point”, indicates Sylvie, who salutes the game of this “real Marseillais”. “Having experienced it when I retired, it’s hard to leave a job. Was he helped by the chain? asks Yves-Marie for his part.
“Thank you for your trust”
Others remember particular moments that they were able to live with the actor. In Saint-Genis-Laval, Brigitte remembers the time when Michel Cordes wrote and directed a play for the bicentenary of the French Revolution. “He was simple and friendly, he welcomed us, like all the other volunteers, with sympathy and enthusiasm,” she says. The couple will collaborate directly with the actor. “A very strong bond was woven between us and we keep fond memories of it. These are meals taken with ease at home, endless discussions. I am very saddened to learn of the death of Michel, who joins the “Iron Hero”, as he had nicknamed my locksmith husband. »
Gilles has also worked with the actor on several shows in Minerve, where he lives intermittently. “I met Michel when I was a young actor. He offered me a very good role in his show ”1907: Les Gueux de la Saint-Jean”, he explains. I learned of his death on Minerve, where nearly 30 years ago we met. You know Michel, in the village, no one has forgotten you, and even at the Café Abad we always talk about you. »
After 18 seasons, broadcast on France 3, Nicole is struggling to mourn, and the series More beautiful life, and Michel Cordes: “Nineteen years that we followed this series my daughter and me. It’s a bit like losing a family member. We are very sad. »